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  This endpoint is intended to inspect a specific internal subsystem for debugging purposes, and turned off by default.
  Once turned on, it can be accessed with a root token or sudo privileges
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# `/sys/internal/inspect`

The `/sys/internal/inspect` family of endpoints is intended to inspect a specific internal subsystem for debugging purposes.
This endpoint is off by default. See the
[OpenBao configuration documentation](/docs/configuration) to
enable. Once the endpoint is turned on, it can be accessed with a root token or sudo privileges.

:::warning

**NOTE**: These endpoints are subject to change or may disappear without notice.

:::


## Supported inspection paths

- [Request](/api-docs/system/inspect/request)
- [Router](/api-docs/system/inspect/router)
